Children, Youth and Families Education and Research Network

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Author and Contributors:
Publisher: CYFERnet (2009)
Review Level: University Extension
Primary Content Area: Technology
Content Type: Programming Resource; Professional Development; General Information
Audience: Professionals, Educators & Program Staff
Resource Type: An extension or a land-grant developed resource
Keywords: phone, mobile phone, cell phone, m-learning, podcast, text messaging, technology trend
Description: An upcoming technology trend is moving us from e-learning to m-learning. Mobile phones, or cell phones, are evolving into multi-media, interactive communications devices that can be effective learning tools. Their popularity among youth and ethnic minorities enhances to their usefulness to programs. This will increase as technology develops and costs come down further.
Media Type: HTML
Resource Listed: November 30, 2007
Resource Last Updated: June 13, 2013
Language: EN

Categories:

Technology: Technology Utilization and Literacy: Technology Literacy

Technology: Technology Devices and Computers: Emerging Technologies and Trends - Hardware

Technology: Software, Applications, Games, and Gadgets: Production and Presentation Tools

Technology: Access: Broadband

Technology: Access: Internet, Content & Services Access Issues

School Age (K-8): Educational Materials: Technology

Mobile Phones and m-Learning